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Quality Antique French Mahogany Fold Down Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique French mahogany fold down desk having the original pretty brass gallery, two glazed
Category

Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Other

Quality Antique French Mahogany Fold Down Desk
Quality Antique French Mahogany Fold Down Desk

Quality Antique French Mahogany Fold Down Desk

H 45.48 in W 31.5 in D 16.15 in
French 19th Century Barley Twist Fold Down Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
fine desk, folding down to an interior fitted with nine storage areas. The top of the desk slides
Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Desks

Materials

Leather, Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

French 19th Century Barley Twist Fold Down Desk
French 19th Century Barley Twist Fold Down Desk

French 19th Century Barley Twist Fold Down Desk

H 48.63 in W 58.25 in D 27.13 in
Vintage Modern Rosewood Dresser with Desk Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern dresser with sculpted trim and wood drawer pulls. This piece features a fold
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Modern Rosewood Dresser with Desk Top
Vintage Modern Rosewood Dresser with Desk Top

Vintage Modern Rosewood Dresser with Desk Top

H 28 in W 43.5 in D 21 in
Butler's Desk or Walnut Secretary
By Brian Holcombe
Located in Princeton, NJ
, one large pull out drawer which functions as a support for the fold down desk and a sliding tray
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Desks

Materials

Brass

Butler's Desk or Walnut Secretary
Butler's Desk or Walnut Secretary

Butler's Desk or Walnut Secretary

H 48 in W 40 in D 18 in
Tall Midcentury Bookcase '1 of 3'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern bookcase with drawer storage and fold down desk/cabinet. Part of a 3 piece unit
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Tall Midcentury Bookcase '1 of 3'
Tall Midcentury Bookcase '1 of 3'

Tall Midcentury Bookcase '1 of 3'

H 76.5 in W 30 in D 15 in
Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Located in Baltimore, MD
A desk with incredible form and presence. This attractive original magic box desk, cabinet/desk
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk
Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk

Mid-Century Folding Desk Magic Box Desk

H 45.3 in W 64.5 in D 20.38 in
French Apothecary Style Rustic Pine Twelve-Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A fantastic 12-drawer file cabinet or apothecary cabinet with fold down desk or work station
Category

Late 20th Century Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Apothecary Style Rustic Pine Twelve-Drawer Chest of Drawers
French Apothecary Style Rustic Pine Twelve-Drawer Chest of Drawers

French Apothecary Style Rustic Pine Twelve-Drawer Chest of Drawers

H 46 in W 41.25 in D 18.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps
By Gumps, Johan Tapp
Located in Lafayette, IN
book-matched burl veneered doors, solid brass hardware and unique, center fold-down desk/cubby. A
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps
Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps

Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps

H 70 in W 64.25 in D 16.5 in
19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
By Wooton Desk Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a highly desirable and quite rare 19th century standard grade Wooton desk. This desk
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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk

19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk

H 64.5 in W 41.25 in D 31.25 in
Louis XV Style Folding Desk with One Drawer, 1950
Located in Miami, FL
Louis XV style folding desk with one drawer. An exceptional Louis XV style desk, made of early
Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Louis XV Style Folding Desk with One Drawer, 1950
Louis XV Style Folding Desk with One Drawer, 1950

Louis XV Style Folding Desk with One Drawer, 1950

H 35.63 in W 28.15 in D 15.24 in
Jorge Zalszupin Folding Desk by L'atelier Brazil 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Folding desk designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his own company L’Atelier, Brazil 1959
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Jorge Zalszupin Folding Desk by L'atelier Brazil 1959
Jorge Zalszupin Folding Desk by L'atelier Brazil 1959

Jorge Zalszupin Folding Desk by L'atelier Brazil 1959

H 28.75 in W 51.58 in D 31.5 in
Vintage WWII Folding Military Field Desk
Located in Pasadena, TX
folding field desk. Transforms from a rectangle to portable desk. The top is hinged and the legs fold
Category

Vintage 1940s North American Industrial Desks

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage WWII Folding Military Field Desk
Vintage WWII Folding Military Field Desk

Vintage WWII Folding Military Field Desk

H 30 in W 59 in D 22 in
French Provincial Walnut Desk / Commode with Drop Down Front
Located in Essex, MA
A stunning French solid walnut commode with a fold-down secretary desk housed in its top drawer
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Desks

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

French Provincial Walnut Desk / Commode with Drop Down Front
French Provincial Walnut Desk / Commode with Drop Down Front

French Provincial Walnut Desk / Commode with Drop Down Front

H 44 in W 46 in D 19 in
Late 18th Century Swedish Secretary Cabinet with Historic Paint
Located in South Salem, NY
. This rustic cabinet retains its historic paint--a soft blue faded beautifully with age. Fold-down desk
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century Swedish Secretary Cabinet with Historic Paint
Late 18th Century Swedish Secretary Cabinet with Historic Paint

Late 18th Century Swedish Secretary Cabinet with Historic Paint

H 85.25 in W 43.5 in D 22 in
Massive European Antique Wooten Style Case Desk Cabinet
Located in Las Vegas, NV
doors is a fold down desk and tons of mail slots and cubbies. The cabinet is being sold as found in
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Antique 19th Century Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Massive European Antique Wooten Style Case Desk Cabinet
Massive European Antique Wooten Style Case Desk Cabinet

Massive European Antique Wooten Style Case Desk Cabinet

H 78 in W 52 in D 27.5 in
Dropside Lyre or Harp Desk
Located in Annville, PA
the two fold down dropside leaves are supported by solid mahogany arms when opened. The Dropside Desk
Category

2010s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Dropside Lyre or Harp Desk
Dropside Lyre or Harp Desk

Dropside Lyre or Harp Desk

H 30 in W 38 in D 24 in
Danish Executive Desk by Peter Lovig Nielson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a convertable hutch that folds down, multiple drawers for storage, and rich teak wood, this
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Executive Desk by Peter Lovig Nielson
Danish Executive Desk by Peter Lovig Nielson

Danish Executive Desk by Peter Lovig Nielson

H 35 in W 64 in D 38 in
Antique Tambour Steel Fronted Typists Workstation Desk by Toledo
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Toledo Typist Desk A rare compact typist table/desk manufactured by Toledo, circa 1910. It has a
Category

20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Antique Tambour Steel Fronted Typists Workstation Desk by Toledo
Antique Tambour Steel Fronted Typists Workstation Desk by Toledo

Antique Tambour Steel Fronted Typists Workstation Desk by Toledo

H 39.38 in W 17.72 in D 25.99 in
Cylinder Desk, Victorian Period, Flamed Mahogany, 19th Century
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
Magnificent English made cylinder desk in flamed mahogany, Victorian period. Period : 19th
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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Cylinder Desk, Victorian Period, Flamed Mahogany, 19th Century
Cylinder Desk, Victorian Period, Flamed Mahogany, 19th Century

Cylinder Desk, Victorian Period, Flamed Mahogany, 19th Century

H 47.64 in W 54.34 in D 31.11 in
Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Unusual Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany kneehole architects desk having a quality
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Other

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk
Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Kneehole Architects Desk

H 34.45 in W 54.53 in D 26.78 in
Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Experience the elegance and ingenuity of Swiss design with this stunning foldable writing desk
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Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950
Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950

Mummenthaler & Meier Magic Box Writing Desk In Teak, Switzerland 1950

H 45.28 in W 33.47 in D 22.45 in
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Phoenix, AZ
folded, 28.75” tall x 38” deep unfolded. There’s 23.5” between the floor and the bottom of the desk top.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wood Lovig Desk

H 34 in W 64 in D 29 in
17th Century William and Mary Walnut Escritoire Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
fold down writing leather lined writing surface, opening to reveal a series of smaller drawers and
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Antique 17th Century English William and Mary Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

17th Century William and Mary Walnut Escritoire Writing Desk
17th Century William and Mary Walnut Escritoire Writing Desk

17th Century William and Mary Walnut Escritoire Writing Desk

H 64.57 in W 44.49 in D 22.84 in
18th Century French Cherrywood 'Bureau de Pente' Slant Top Writing Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Larger than the typical Louis XV writing desk, this cherrywood bureau de pente was hand-carved in
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Cherrywood 'Bureau de Pente' Slant Top Writing Desk
18th Century French Cherrywood 'Bureau de Pente' Slant Top Writing Desk

18th Century French Cherrywood 'Bureau de Pente' Slant Top Writing Desk

H 36 in W 55.5 in D 37.5 in
Danish Modern Teak Peter Lovig Nielsen Flip-Top Writing Desk, 1975
Located in Shippensburg, PA
DANISH MODERN PETER LØVIG NIELSEN TEAKWOOD FLIP-TOP WRITING DESK With Lovig Dansk brand to
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Teak Peter Lovig Nielsen Flip-Top Writing Desk, 1975
Danish Modern Teak Peter Lovig Nielsen Flip-Top Writing Desk, 1975

Danish Modern Teak Peter Lovig Nielsen Flip-Top Writing Desk, 1975

H 33.88 in W 63.75 in D 38 in
Ico Parisi Wood and Laminate toilette desk with mirror, Hotel Lorena, 1960
By Ico Parisi, Bernini
Located in Rome, IT
Ico and Luisa Parisi vanity desk from Hotel Lorena, Grosseto manufacured by Ditta Bernini Italy
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mirror, Laminate, Wood

Ico Parisi Wood and Laminate toilette desk with mirror, Hotel Lorena, 1960
Ico Parisi Wood and Laminate toilette desk with mirror, Hotel Lorena, 1960

Ico Parisi Wood and Laminate toilette desk with mirror, Hotel Lorena, 1960

H 29.53 in W 17.72 in D 29.53 in
Rosewood and Mahogany Receptionist Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1960
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
compartments, the middle section folds down via three brass hinges allowing this to be used as a partners desk
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Rosewood and Mahogany Receptionist Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1960
Rosewood and Mahogany Receptionist Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1960

Rosewood and Mahogany Receptionist Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1960

H 46.5 in W 74.75 in D 28 in
Ico Parisi Rare Large Wood and Laminate Desk with Mirror, Hotel Lorena, 1959.60
By Ico Parisi, Bernini
Located in Rome, IT
produced by Bernini. Desk features a fold down mirror and two drawer. signed on the verso with red ink
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mirror, Laminate, Mahogany

Ico Parisi Rare Large Wood and Laminate Desk with Mirror, Hotel Lorena, 1959.60
Ico Parisi Rare Large Wood and Laminate Desk with Mirror, Hotel Lorena, 1959.60

Ico Parisi Rare Large Wood and Laminate Desk with Mirror, Hotel Lorena, 1959.60

H 29.93 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
WMF German Jugendstil Brass Roller Desk Blotter
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish German Jugendstil brass roller desk blotter by renowned makers WMF (Württembergische
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Jugendstil Desk Sets

Materials

Brass, Steel

WMF German Jugendstil Brass Roller Desk Blotter
WMF German Jugendstil Brass Roller Desk Blotter

WMF German Jugendstil Brass Roller Desk Blotter

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H 3.55 in W 5.12 in D 2.96 in
Kodak No 2 Folding Pocket Brownie Model B 120 Roll Film Camera USA 1909
By Eastman Kodak
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Kodak No 2 Folding Pocket Brownie Model B 120 Roll Film Camera USA 1909 The No 2 Folding Pocket
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Desk Sets

Materials

Leather, Glass

Kodak No 2 Folding Pocket Brownie Model B 120 Roll Film Camera USA 1909
Kodak No 2 Folding Pocket Brownie Model B 120 Roll Film Camera USA 1909

Kodak No 2 Folding Pocket Brownie Model B 120 Roll Film Camera USA 1909

H 3.75 in W 6.7 in D 1.97 in
Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck Desk with Drop-Leaves in Oak and Teak
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck, desk, model 'AT305', solid oak, teak veneer, Denmark 1955 Hans
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck Desk with Drop-Leaves in Oak and Teak
Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck Desk with Drop-Leaves in Oak and Teak

Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck Desk with Drop-Leaves in Oak and Teak

H 28.35 in W 91.34 in D 29.93 in
Oak Writing Desk, circa 1860
Located in Evergreen, CO
face of this desk folds up rather than down. This enables the user to reach the nine small drawers
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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Desks

Materials

Oak

Oak Writing Desk, circa 1860
Oak Writing Desk, circa 1860

Oak Writing Desk, circa 1860

H 46.5 in W 50.5 in D 23 in
A Small English 18th Century Oak Secretaire Kneehole Desk
Located in Skipton, GB
drawers and a fold down writing surface. The desk is in original condition only having the handles
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Desks

Materials

Brass

A Small English 18th Century Oak Secretaire Kneehole Desk
A Small English 18th Century Oak Secretaire Kneehole Desk

A Small English 18th Century Oak Secretaire Kneehole Desk

H 31.7 in W 30.71 in D 18.31 in
Dutch Rococo Bombe Marquetry Inlaid Drop Front Desk / Secretary
Located in New York, NY
, with the slant front folds down to create a desk surface with a green leather inset in front of a
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Biedermeier Desks

Materials

Wood

Dutch Rococo Bombe Marquetry Inlaid Drop Front Desk / Secretary
Dutch Rococo Bombe Marquetry Inlaid Drop Front Desk / Secretary

Dutch Rococo Bombe Marquetry Inlaid Drop Front Desk / Secretary

H 41 in W 44 in D 23 in
Tracks writing desk, by Naghi Habib for Bernini, 1999
By Naghi Habib
Located in Misinto, IT
side drawers, a fold-down top integrated within the desk's thickness, and a raised bridge section that
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Desks

Materials

Wood

Tracks writing desk, by Naghi Habib for Bernini, 1999
Tracks writing desk, by Naghi Habib for Bernini, 1999

Tracks writing desk, by Naghi Habib for Bernini, 1999

H 39.38 in W 73.23 in D 27.56 in
Gillows of Lancaster attri., Gothic Revival Oak Architect's Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster. A rare Gothic Revival architect's folding desk. The top has
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Desks

Materials

Oak

Gillows of Lancaster attri., Gothic Revival Oak Architect's Desk
Gillows of Lancaster attri., Gothic Revival Oak Architect's Desk

Gillows of Lancaster attri., Gothic Revival Oak Architect's Desk

H 30 in W 37 in D 20 in
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Secretary Desk in Solid Teak
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in San Diego, CA
features a sleek, minimalist design with a fold-down writing surface that serves as a desk when open and
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Secretary Desk in Solid Teak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Secretary Desk in Solid Teak

Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Secretary Desk in Solid Teak

H 37 in W 32.25 in D 18.75 in
Antique Georgian Bureau, Oak Desk, Writing Table, Scotland 1800, H163
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Georgian Bureau, oak desk, writing table, Scotland 1800, H163 Scotland 1800 Solid oak
Category

Antique Early 1800s Scottish Georgian Desks

Materials

Oak

Antique Georgian Bureau, Oak Desk, Writing Table, Scotland 1800, H163
Antique Georgian Bureau, Oak Desk, Writing Table, Scotland 1800, H163

Antique Georgian Bureau, Oak Desk, Writing Table, Scotland 1800, H163

H 40 in W 36 in D 21 in
19th C Antique Military Campaign English Traveling Writing Desk Tompson Patent
Located in Atlanta, GA
fold out writing area. The campaign desk features an ornate brass escutcheon on the top lid engraved
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Campaign Desks

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

19th C Antique Military Campaign English Traveling Writing Desk Tompson Patent
19th C Antique Military Campaign English Traveling Writing Desk Tompson Patent

19th C Antique Military Campaign English Traveling Writing Desk Tompson Patent

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H 15.5 in W 20 in D 19.5 in
Antique Fine Quality Small Georgian Revival Satin Birch Writing Table Desk
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality small Georgian revival satin birch and mahogany writing table desk C1920
Category

Vintage 1920s Desks

Materials

Wood

Antique Fine Quality Small Georgian Revival Satin Birch Writing Table Desk
Antique Fine Quality Small Georgian Revival Satin Birch Writing Table Desk

Antique Fine Quality Small Georgian Revival Satin Birch Writing Table Desk

H 45.67 in W 25.99 in D 15.75 in
French Napoleon III Rosewood Pedestal Desk with Pull Out Secretary, circa 1865
Located in Miami, FL
This exceptional desk with secretaire dating from 1865, during the time of Napoleon III, Emperor of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks

Materials

Rosewood

French Napoleon III Rosewood Pedestal Desk with Pull Out Secretary, circa 1865
French Napoleon III Rosewood Pedestal Desk with Pull Out Secretary, circa 1865

French Napoleon III Rosewood Pedestal Desk with Pull Out Secretary, circa 1865

H 50.75 in W 57.5 in D 28 in
Antique Victorian Traveling Desk Birds Eye Maple Writing Slope Edwards Roberts
Located in Dublin, Ireland
has a folding slit, however it does not warrant replacing as it looks too good. Box closes firmly with
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Traveling Desk Birds Eye Maple Writing Slope Edwards Roberts
Antique Victorian Traveling Desk Birds Eye Maple Writing Slope Edwards Roberts

Antique Victorian Traveling Desk Birds Eye Maple Writing Slope Edwards Roberts

H 6.5 in W 13 in D 10.75 in
Antique Pewter Inlaid Burl Amboyne Coromandel Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box 19Ct
Located in Dublin, Ireland
writing fabric area which has evidence of use with the central folding hinged area has some splitting in
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Pewter Inlaid Burl Amboyne Coromandel Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box 19Ct
Antique Pewter Inlaid Burl Amboyne Coromandel Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box 19Ct

Antique Pewter Inlaid Burl Amboyne Coromandel Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box 19Ct

H 6.25 in W 16 in D 9.75 in
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Drop Front Desk Secretary in a Box, 1960-2000
Located in Topeka, KS
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian desk in a box with a fold down shelf. It is full of storage spaces
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Drop Front Desk Secretary in a Box, 1960-2000
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Drop Front Desk Secretary in a Box, 1960-2000

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Drop Front Desk Secretary in a Box, 1960-2000

H 48 in W 36 in D 18.25 in
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Lafayette, IN
This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

H 79.5 in W 84 in D 108.5 in
Custom, English Walnut Burl Writing Table
Located in Woodbury, CT
This beautiful George II style executive writing table/desk in burled walnut features a uniquely
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21st Century and Contemporary English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut, Burl

Custom, English Walnut Burl Writing Table
Custom, English Walnut Burl Writing Table

Custom, English Walnut Burl Writing Table

H 30.75 in W 66.5 in D 36.5 in
Antique French Gilt Bronze and Mahogany Bonheur du Jour
Located in London, GB
from a selection of high quality materials. This type of writing desk was first introduced in France in
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Mahogany Bonheur du Jour
Antique French Gilt Bronze and Mahogany Bonheur du Jour

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Mahogany Bonheur du Jour

H 46.07 in W 30.71 in D 21.26 in
16th Century Spanish Walnut Writing Table, Circa 1580
Located in Brugge, BE
consists of an unusual locking system for the metal supports, which would have made it easier to fold the
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Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

16th Century Spanish Walnut Writing Table, Circa 1580
16th Century Spanish Walnut Writing Table, Circa 1580

16th Century Spanish Walnut Writing Table, Circa 1580

H 32.29 in W 49.22 in D 32.68 in
French 19th Century Louis Philippe St. Crouch Mahogany Secretary
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
spiral beaded design. The two faux drawers fold down to reveal a writing surface with its original green
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis Philippe St. Crouch Mahogany Secretary
French 19th Century Louis Philippe St. Crouch Mahogany Secretary

French 19th Century Louis Philippe St. Crouch Mahogany Secretary

H 64 in W 49.5 in D 21.25 in
French, 19th Century, Transitional Style Tulipwood and Kingwood Secretary
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
impressive quarter veneered Kingwood border. The front folds down to reveal its original fitted leather
French, 19th Century, Transitional Style Tulipwood and Kingwood Secretary
French, 19th Century, Transitional Style Tulipwood and Kingwood Secretary

French, 19th Century, Transitional Style Tulipwood and Kingwood Secretary

H 55.75 in W 27.25 in D 15 in
Antique English Novelty Equestrian Inkwell, Horse, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
stands on four horse hoof legs. The folding handle is in the form of a stirrup, once this is folded down
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Antique English Novelty Equestrian Inkwell, Horse, circa 1880
Antique English Novelty Equestrian Inkwell, Horse, circa 1880

Antique English Novelty Equestrian Inkwell, Horse, circa 1880

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H 7.5 in Dm 4.5 in
French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C
By Napoléon III
Located in Cheltenham, GB
lidded compartment and two glass inkwells. The sloped front then folds down to reveal an original light
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Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C
French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C

French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C

H 3.94 in W 13.39 in D 10.63 in
Antique Victorian Three Bottle Tantalus & Games Compendium 19th C
Located in London, GB
are three silver plated coasters. The fold down section is fitted with a useful silver plated serving
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Antique 1880s Desk Sets

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Three Bottle Tantalus & Games Compendium 19th C
Antique Victorian Three Bottle Tantalus & Games Compendium 19th C

Antique Victorian Three Bottle Tantalus & Games Compendium 19th C

H 13.78 in W 14.57 in D 10.63 in
Georgian Captains Military Writing Box by Hewlins, St Martins Lane
Located in Northampton, GB
by pressing the middle lock keep forward with your thumb, once done it springs open so you can fold
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Antique Late 18th Century British Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Georgian Captains Military Writing Box by Hewlins, St Martins Lane
Georgian Captains Military Writing Box by Hewlins, St Martins Lane

Georgian Captains Military Writing Box by Hewlins, St Martins Lane

H 16 in W 40 in D 31 in
18th Century Carved Cherrywood Commode Scriban from Bordeaux, France
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful example of a period Louis XV writing desk, this cherrywood commode scriban was hand
Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Wood, Cherry

18th Century Carved Cherrywood Commode Scriban from Bordeaux, France
18th Century Carved Cherrywood Commode Scriban from Bordeaux, France

18th Century Carved Cherrywood Commode Scriban from Bordeaux, France

H 42.875 in W 46.5 in D 23.75 in
Early 20th-Century Scriban in Chinese Lacquer
Located in NICE, FR
chest of drawers featuring five drawers arranged in four rows. Above it, there's a slanted writing desk
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Desks

Materials

Wood, Paint

Early 20th-Century Scriban in Chinese Lacquer
Early 20th-Century Scriban in Chinese Lacquer

Early 20th-Century Scriban in Chinese Lacquer

H 89.77 in W 37.41 in D 17.72 in
19th Century Italian Empire Writing Table in Mahogany with Marquetry
Located in Miami, FL
A handsome Italian Empire desk or sofa table in mahogany with fold-down leaves, and resting over
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Desks

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

19th Century Italian Empire Writing Table in Mahogany with Marquetry
19th Century Italian Empire Writing Table in Mahogany with Marquetry

19th Century Italian Empire Writing Table in Mahogany with Marquetry

H 30 in W 56 in D 32 in
Antique Petite Secrétaire
Located in Malibu, CA
piece has gorgeous patina. It’s missing the original hinged fold-down drawer. Since the metal pulls are
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Desks

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Petite Secrétaire
Antique Petite Secrétaire

Antique Petite Secrétaire

H 34 in W 20.5 in D 12 in
George II Parcel-Gilt Scarlet-Japanned Chinoiserie Table Clock by William Creak
Located in Palm Desert, CA
brass fold-down handle flanked by four vase-shaped finials as well as a foliate engraved backplate. The
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

George II Parcel-Gilt Scarlet-Japanned Chinoiserie Table Clock by William Creak
George II Parcel-Gilt Scarlet-Japanned Chinoiserie Table Clock by William Creak

George II Parcel-Gilt Scarlet-Japanned Chinoiserie Table Clock by William Creak

H 20.5 in W 11 in D 7 in
Alada Floating Desk, Oak
By Woodendot
Located in Madrid, Madrid
is a timeless and discreet folding desk that allows you take the most advantage of your space
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Ash

Alada Floating Desk, Oak
Alada Floating Desk, Oak

Alada Floating Desk, Oak

H 2.76 in W 31.89 in D 20.08 in
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Find many varieties of an authentic folding down desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every folding down desk was constructed with great care. There are 87 variations of the antique or vintage folding down desk you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the folding down desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A folding down desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made folding down desk over the years, but those crafted by Poul Henningsen, Dunbar and Herman Miller are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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A folding down desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,500, while the lowest priced sells for $360 and the highest can go for as much as $124,500.
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  • Do butterfly chairs fold up?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
  • What is the best folding ladder?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    You can choose any folding ladder according to your taste. Always look out for folding ladders that are long-lasting and have wide steps. Inspect the quality of the hinges, whether or not there are anti-skid platforms, and be sure that the height will be good for your particular project or needs. Find antique and vintage folding ladders on 1stDibs today.
  • What is the best folding table?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best folding table depends on which room in your home or office you want it for. It also depends on the purpose of the folding table. On 1stDibs find folding tables for the dining room, folding end tables, coffee tables, tray tables and side tables as well.
  • How does a folding door work?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Folding doors are also known as bi-fold doors and are constructed with two or more panels that a user can fold or unfold to open or close. These doors are fitted into runners on which they slide and fold when opened or closed. They look like the musical instrument concertina and are also sometimes called by this name in an informal setting.
  • Who invented the folding chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is the most comfortable folding chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • Who designed the folding chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What are the chairs that fold up called?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is a Murphy desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a captain’s desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • How high should a desk be?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

  • What is a kidney desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • How do you date a desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a console desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
  • What is a kneehole desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a bed desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • What is a peninsula desk?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a hutch on a desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • What is a desk tray?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • What is a captain's desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.

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